Stan Samples

Background

About Stan Samples

Senior Manager of Marketing Communications & Social Media with a proven track record of elevating brands, shaping public perception, and driving measurable business growth through strategic PR, digital marketing, and executive thought leadership. Notable career highlights: • Doubled media coverage by crafting compelling brand narratives • Increased social media engagement by up to 83% and doubled LinkedIn followers • Drove a 45%+ lift in website traffic through SEO-optimized content and integrated campaigns • Managed rebrands, crisis communications, and stakeholder strategy for national associations • Secured placements in CNN, ABC News, The New York Times, USA Today, and more • Generated qualified leads and revenue growth through targeted paid media efforts • Improved UX and SEO to achieve 117% more visitors and 64% more page views Broad experience across B2B, B2C, nonprofit, and advocacy sectors — delivering scalable communications that align brand purpose with measurable outcomes. Open to senior communications and digital marketing roles where brand storytelling, digital engagement, and strategy meet results.